Lisbon, Portugal

Cost of Living in Lisbon, Portugal

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Lisbon costs approximately $2,072 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $1,610. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Lisbon is a city in Portugal, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,072 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,610 per month, or $1,205 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 237 Mbps median download speed, and Portugal offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Lisbon scores 82/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 83°F and winter highs around 58°F, with roughly 340 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$2,072≈ $69/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$1,610
Internet237 Mbps
Safety82/100
Avg Temp71°F

Lisbon Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$14.13
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$58.89
McDonald's Combo Meal$11.78
Cappuccino$2.58
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$3.53
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$1.59

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.20
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$1.72
Eggs (12)$3.96
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$3.76
Apples (1 lb)$0.98
Bananas (1 lb)$0.82
Tomatoes (1 lb)$1.11
Potatoes (1 lb)$0.86
Water (1.5L Bottle)$0.88
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$5.89
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$6.83

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$2.36
Monthly Transit Pass$47.11
Taxi Start$4.12
Taxi (1 Mile)$1.81
Gasoline (1 Liter)$2.10
VW Golf (New)$35,386.34

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$179.01
Mobile Phone Plan$18.63
Broadband Internet$37.57

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$51.74
Cinema Ticket$9.42
Preschool (Monthly)$634.39
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$16,438.37

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$107.24
Nike Running Shoes$107.13

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$1,610.41
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$1,205.04
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$3,014.24
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$1,948.82
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$721.54
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$411.21

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$1,569.21
Mortgage Interest Rate3.51%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$3,104.10
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$866.50

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Lisbon

Internet237 Mbps
Safety82/100
Healthcare72/100
Public Transit70/100
Walkability82/100
Nightlife81/100
Food Scene82/100
Fine Dining72/100
Coffee Culture78/100
Air Quality85/100
Green Spaces65/100
Culture82/100
Beaches80/100
Hiking65/100
Surfing70/100
Coworking Spaces48
US Visa-Free90 days

Neighborhoods in Lisbon

Alfama · Bairro Alto · Principe Real · Cais do Sodre

Communities & Expat Groups

Lisbon Digital Nomads & Expats · Accommodation for Digital Nomads in Lisbon · Lisbon Expats & Nomads

Lisbon FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Lisbon?

A single person should budget around $2,072 per month in Lisbon, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $3,104 per month.

How much is rent in Lisbon?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Lisbon averages $1,610 per month, dropping to about $1,205 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $3,014.

Is Lisbon safe?

Lisbon scores 82/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 78/100.

How fast is the internet in Lisbon?

Median download speeds in Lisbon are around 237 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 48 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Portugal offer a digital nomad visa?

Yes — Portugal offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.

What is the weather like in Lisbon?

Lisbon sees summer highs around 83°F and winter highs near 58°F, with about 340 sunny days and 64 rainy days per year.

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